The Kebra Nagast
The Queen of Sheba & Her Only Son MenyelekBy Anonymous
Length10h 20m
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The Kebra Nagast, or "The Glory of Kings," is a seminal work of Ethiopian literature that intertwines biblical narrative with ancient history. This text, composed in the 14th century, provides a rich account of the Solomonic lineage of Ethiopian emperors, particularly focusing on the legendary Queen Makeda of Sheba and her pivotal role in their heritage. Its literary style oscillates between poetry and prose, filled with vivid symbolism and an elevated narrative voice, demonstrating the fusion of Christian and pre-Christian elements that reflect Ethiopia's unique cultural tapestry. The anonymous author of The Kebra Nagast likely hailed from a period in Ethiopia where the Solomonic dynasty was legitimizing its rule through connections to biblical figures and narratives. The author's work manifests an intent to elevate Ethiopian identity, weaving together myth, history, and spirituality, drawing upon longstanding oral traditions and the rich ecclesiastical background of the time. This remarkable text offers invaluable insights into the religious and cultural identity of Ethiopia, making it a pivotal read for those interested in Ethiopia's historical narratives, biblical literature, or post-colonial studies. The Kebra Nagast not only provides a profound and engaging story but serves as a testament to the enduring power of identity through narrative.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length10 hrs 20 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I.—The Manuscripts of the Kebra Nagast and Their Arrival in Europe. The Labours of Bruce, Dillmann, Prætorius, Wright, Zotenberg, and Bezold. King John's Letter to Lord Granville. Date of Compilation of the Kebra Nagast. The Ethiopian Work Based on Coptic and Arabic Sources, Etc.
6257. Concerning the Fall of Zadok the Priest
2II.—English Translation of the Arabic Text Describing How the Kingdom of David Was Transferred From Jerusalem to Ethiopia
6358. How Solomon Rose Up to Slay Them
3III.—Legends of Solomon and the Queen of Sheba in the Kur’ân and in Muhammadan Literature
6459. How the King Questioned an Egyptian, the Servant of Pharaoh
4IV.—Modern Legends of Solomon and the Queen of Sheba
6560. How Solomon Lamented for Zion
5V.—The Contents of the Kebra Nagast Described
6661. How Solomon Returned to Jerusalem
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61. Concerning the Glory of Kings
6762. Concerning the Answer Which Solomon Made to Them
72. Concerning the Greatness of Kings
6863. How the Nobles of Israel Agreed [With the King]
83. Concerning the Kingdom of Adam
6964. How the Daughter of Pharaoh Seduced Solomon
94. Concerning Envy
7065. Concerning the Sin of Solomon
105. Concerning the Kingdom of Seth
7166. Concerning the Prophecy of Christ
116. Concerning the Sin of Cain
7267. Concerning the Lamentation of Solomon
127. Concerning Noah
7368. Concerning Mary, Our Lady of Salvation
138. Concerning the Flood
7469. Concerning the Question of Solomon
149. Concerning the Covenant of Noah
7570. How Rehoboam Reigned
1510. Concerning Zion
7671. Concerning Mary, the Daughter of David
1611. The Unanimous Declaration of the Three Hundred and Eighteen Orthodox Fathers
7772. Concerning the King of Rome. (Constantinople)
1712. Concerning Canaan 37
7873. Concerning the First Judgment of ’Adrâmî King of Rômê
1813. Concerning Abraham
7974. Concerning the King of Medyâm
1914. Concerning the Covenant of Abraham
8075. Concerning the King of Babylon
2015. Concerning Isaac and Jacob
8176. Concerning Lying Witnesses
2116. Concerning Rôbêl (Reuben)
8277. Concerning the King of Persia
2217. Concerning the Glory of Zion
8378. Concerning the King of Moab
2318. How the Orthodox Fathers and Bishops Agreed
8479. Concerning the King of Amalek
2419. How This Book Came to Be Found
8580. Concerning the King of the Philistines
2520. Concerning the Division of the Earth
8681. How the Son of Samson Slew the Son of the King of the Philistines
2621. Concerning the Queen of the South
8782. Concerning the Going Down of Abraham Into Egypt
2722. Concerning Tâmrîn, the Merchant
8883. Concerning the King of the Ishmaelites
2823. How the Merchant Returned to Ethiopia
8984. Concerning the King of Ethiopia and How He Returned to His Country
2924. How the Queen Made Ready to Set Out on Her Journey
9085. Concerning the Rejoicing of Queen Mâkedâ
3025. How the Queen Came to Solomon the King
9186. How Queen Mâkĕdâ Made Her Son King
3126. How the King Held Converse With the Queen
9287. How the Nobles (Or Governors) of Ethiopia Took the Oath
3227. Concerning the Labourer
9388. How He Himself Related to His Mother How They Made Him King
3328. How Solomon Gave Commandments to the Queen
9489. How the Queen Talked to the Children of Israel
3429. Concerning the Three Hundred and Eighteen [Patriarchs]
9590. How Azariah Praised the Queen and Her City
3530. Concerning How King Solomon Swore to the Queen
9691. This Is What Ye Shall Eat: The Clean and the Unclean
3631. Concerning the Sign Which Solomon Gave the Queen
9792. How They Renewed the Kingdom of David
3732. How the Queen Brought Forth and Came to Her Own Country
9893. How the Men of Rômê Destroyed the Faith
3833. How the King of Ethiopia Travelled
9994. The First War of the King of Ethiopia
3934. How the Young Man Arrived in His Mother's Country
10095. How the Honourable Estate of the King of Ethiopia Was Universally Accepted
4035. How King Solomon Sent to His Son the Commander of His Army
10196. Concerning the Prophecy About Christ
4136. How King Solomon Held Intercourse With His Son
10297. Concerning the Murmuring of Israel
4237. How Solomon Asked His Son Questions
10398. Concerning the Rod of Moses and the Rod of Aaron
4338. How the King Planned to Send Away His Son With the Children of the Nobles
10499. Concerning the Two Servants
4439. How They Made the Son of Solomon King
105100. Concerning the Angels Who Rebelled
4540. How Zadok the Priest Gave Commands to David the King
106101. Concerning Him That Existeth in Everything and Everywhere
4641. Concerning the Blessing of Kings
107102. Concerning the Beginning
4742. Concerning the Ten Commandments
108103. Concerning the Horns of the Altar
4843. How the Men of the Army of Israel Received [Their] Orders
109104. More Concerning the Ark and the Talk of the Wicked
4944. How It Is Not a Seemly Thing to Revile the King
110105. Concerning the Belief of Abraham
5045. How Those Who Were Sent Away Wept and Made a Plan
111106. A Prophecy Concerning the Coming of Christ
5146. How They Made a Plan Concerning Zion
112107. Concerning His Entrance Into Jerusalem in Glory
5247. Concerning the Offering of Azâryâs (Azariah) and the King
113108. Concerning the Wickedness of the Iniquitous Jews
5348. How They Carried Away Zion
114109. Concerning His Crucifixion
5449. How His Father Blessed His Son
115110. Concerning His Resurrection
5550. How They Bade Farewell to His Father and How the City Mourned
116111. Concerning His Ascension and His Second Coming
5651. How He Said Unto Zadok the Priest, "Go and Bring the Covering (Or, Clothing) Which Is Upon It (i.e. Zion)"
117112. How the Prophets Foreshadowed Him in Their Persons
5752. How Zadok the Priest Departed
118113. Concerning the Chariot and the Vanquisher of the Enemy
5853. How the Wagon Was Given to Ethiopia
119114. Concerning the Return of Zion
5954. How David [The King of Ethiopia] Prophesied and Saluted Zion
120115. Concerning the Judgement of Israel
6055. How the People of Ethiopia Rejoiced
121116. Concerning the Chariot of Ethiopia
6156. Of the Return of Zadok the Priest, and the Giving of the Gift
122117. Concerning the King of Rômê and the King of Ethiopia
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